[Shinjuku Station West Exit] An oasis for smokers! Two Showa cafes where you can smoke!

[Shinjuku Station West Exit] An oasis for smokers! Two Showa cafes where you can smoke!

While the area around Shinjuku Station's west exit is undergoing redevelopment and boasting rows of sophisticated buildings, stepping inside reveals many coffee shops that still retain a strong Showa atmosphere. This time, we'll introduce two renowned establishments that cater to smokers, where you can enjoy cigarettes at any seat.

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Shinjuku Flags is a 10-story complex located just outside the southeast exit of Shinjuku Station. It has a focus on fashion, sports, and music, and is home to stores such as GAP, Uniqlo, Oshman's, and Tower Records. Shinjuku Nishiguchi HALC is a commercial complex facing the west exit of Shinjuku Station, with 3 basement floors and 8 aboveground floors. It is made up of Odakyu Department Store, BIC CAMERA, restaurants, service facilities, and more, and supports people who enjoy their daily lives in their own way.

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1. Founded in 1955, "Coffee Peace" is a sophisticated social hub located in HALC.

[Shinjuku Station West Exit] An oasis for smokers! Two Showa cafes where you can smoke!

First up is "Coffee Peace," located on the first floor of Shinjuku Nishiguchi HALC. Founded in 1955, it's one of the oldest coffee shops in the area, having witnessed Shinjuku's turbulent history for so long.

[Shinjuku Station West Exit] An oasis for smokers! Two Showa cafes where you can smoke!

The interior is a spacious area with sofa seating in calming colors. Upon entering, you'll be asked, "This is a smoking establishment, is that alright?", indicating that the environment is well-suited for smokers.

[Shinjuku Station West Exit] An oasis for smokers! Two Showa cafes where you can smoke!

The cafe offers a wide selection of food items, including their signature "blended coffee" and their famous "mixed sandwich." The jazz music playing in the background, the sound of coffee being brewed, and the sight of cigarette smoke wafting create a truly comforting atmosphere that makes you feel as if you've stepped back in time.

2. "Café Terrace Silhouette," a drink designed to perfectly complement cigarettes.

[Shinjuku Station West Exit] An oasis for smokers! Two Showa cafes where you can smoke!

Next up is "Cafe Terrace Silhouette," located in the South Building of Odakyu Ace . With a history of over 55 years, this shop continues to uphold its pride as "a place where you can enjoy coffee and tobacco."

[Shinjuku Station West Exit] An oasis for smokers! Two Showa cafes where you can smoke!

The most distinctive feature of this coffee is the original blend and roast created by the artisans at our sister store, "Tajimaya Coffee Shop," with the perfect pairing with tobacco in mind. Its strong bitterness and richness further enhance the flavor of the tobacco.

[Shinjuku Station West Exit] An oasis for smokers! Two Showa cafes where you can smoke!

Their breakfast menu, available until 11 AM, and their cake sets, including traditional savarin cakes, are also very popular.
Located right by the ticket gates, this is a rare spot where you can enjoy a proper cigarette break during your workday.

A blissful "break" in your busy daily life

The two shops we introduced this time are not just places where you can "smoke," but also places where you can enjoy the reliable taste that has been loved for many years and the "classic coffee shop atmosphere" that is becoming rare these days.
Whether you're meeting someone at Shinjuku Station's West Exit or just looking to refresh yourself when you're feeling a little tired, why not stop by and enjoy some leisurely time with your favorite cigarette in hand?

Whether you're meeting someone at Shinjuku Station's West Exit or just looking to refresh yourself when you're feeling a little tired, why not stop by and enjoy some leisurely time with your favorite cigarette in hand?

Store Information

■Coffee Peace Address: 1F Shinjuku Shinjuku Nishiguchi HALC Shinjuku Ward -ku , Tokyo
Opening hours: 11:00 - 21:30 (Last order 21:00)
Notes: Smoking is permitted in all seats (paper cigarettes and heated tobacco products are OK), credit cards are not accepted, and entry is restricted to those 20 years of age and older.

■Cafe Terrace Silhouette Address: Odakyu Ace South Shinjuku Ward , Tokyo Business Hours: Weekdays 7:00-22:00, Saturdays 7:30-22:00, Sundays and Holidays 8:00-22:00 (Last Order 21:20)
Notes: Smoking is permitted in all seats (paper cigarettes and heated tobacco products are OK), no entry for those under 20 years old. *Business hours and other details may change. Please check before you go.

Shinjuku Flags is a 10-story complex located just outside the southeast exit of Shinjuku Station. It has a focus on fashion, sports, and music, and is home to stores such as GAP, Uniqlo, Oshman's, and Tower Records. Shinjuku Nishiguchi HALC is a commercial complex facing the west exit of Shinjuku Station, with 3 basement floors and 8 aboveground floors. It is made up of Odakyu Department Store, BIC CAMERA, restaurants, service facilities, and more, and supports people who enjoy their daily lives in their own way.

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